Which action by a UAP requires an immediate intervention by the nurse?
A)Encouraging a patient to use the incentive spirometer
B)Encouraging a patient to ambulate 2 days after surgery
C)Checking the pH of the gastric aspirate of a patient receiving tube feedings
D)Informing the RN that a patient requests a pain medication

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Checking the pH of the gastric aspirate of a patient receiving tube feedings requires an assessment and is not within the scope of practice of the UAP and thus requires an intervention.The other actions are within the scope of practice of the UAP and do not require an intervention.

Which Action by a UAP Requires an Immediate Intervention by the Nurse